1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Firebird | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
